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The Double Lock, & East Entrance to the Islington Tunnel, Regents Canal, London
Filename: 917_05_010815.jpg
Size: 3087 x 1871 (3.0MB)
Date: 26th March 2014
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The Double Lock, & East Entrance to the Islington Tunnel, Regents Canal, London
The Double Lock, & East Entrance to the Islington Tunnel, Regents Canal, London. These are pound locks. The building of the canal was authorised by Parliament in 1812, and in 1820 it joined the Grand Junction Canal at Paddington Basin. Illustration by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd (c1817-c1842) from London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century (London, 1828)
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1812 1820 1828 Authorised Basin Building Canal Century Civil Double East Engineering Entrance Environs Grand Inland Islington Joined Junction Lock Locks Nineteenth Paddington Parliament Pound Regent Shepherd Thomas Transport Tunnel Hosmer
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases "The Double Lock and East Entrance to the Islington Tunnel, Regents Canal, London". The image captures the essence of 19th-century Britain's engineering marvels in the form of pound locks. These locks were an integral part of the canal system that played a crucial role in inland water transport during that era. Illustrated by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd, a renowned artist from London between 1817 and 1842, this illustration provides a glimpse into the bustling activity surrounding these locks. The building of this canal was authorized by Parliament in 1812 as a significant infrastructure project for England. By 1820, it successfully connected with the Grand Junction Canal at Paddington Basin. Shepherd's attention to detail allows us to appreciate both the architectural beauty and functional aspects of these locks. As we admire this image, we can almost hear the sound of rushing water and envision boats navigating through this intricate network. Transportation has always been vital for societal progress, and this image serves as a testament to civil engineering achievements during that time period. It reminds us how interconnected our world has become over centuries through advancements like canals. Let this mesmerizing print transport you back to early 19th-century London—a time when innovation shaped landscapes and opened new avenues for trade and travel.
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